Where to Find the Best Ice Cream in Anne Arundel County

Today, it’s time to celebrate National Ice Cream Day — quite possibly the best holiday of the summer.

Treat yourself to a cone or dish, a banana split or milkshake and cool down from the hot summer temps this weekend.

Annapolis Patch readers shared their favorite local spots to get the frozen sweet treat. We’ve rounded up the top reader picks below.

Enjoy National Ice Cream Day at one of these popular sweet shops:

1. Annapolis Ice Cream Company (Annapolis)— Winner of multiple awards, including ‘Best of Annapolis’, Annapolis Ice Cream Company is known for their famous fresh, made-in-shop ice cream. Flavors include: Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Brownie Batter, Pistachio and Apple Pie. Yum!
2. Storm Brothers Ice Cream Factory (Annapolis)— Since 1976, Storm Bros. has been a downtown Annapolis staple for ice cream, sundaes and shakes. With over 40 flavors to choose from, you can’t go wrong. (Moose Tracks, anyone?)
3. The Daily Scoop (Pasadena) — Patch readers all had one thing they agreed on: Their service is just as good as their ice cream. The Daily Scoop serves up friendly service and fresh ice cream that is made right in the store. Ice cream cakes are also available for special occasions... or just because!
4. Kilwins (Annapolis)— The original recipe ice cream is available in dozens of flavors from traditional vanilla to the creative New Orleans Praline Pecan. Try pairing a scoop with one of their handmade fudge or caramel toppings.
5. Ann’s Dari Creme (Glen Burnie) — Craving creamy, old-fashioned ice cream? Ann’s Dari Creme is a casual spot for hot dogs and subs, but most importantly, soft-serve ice cream. Hint: Try a chocolate-dipped cone.
6. Bruster’s Real Ice Cream (multiple locations) — With locations across Maryland, Bruster’s is less of a tourist spot as it is a common ice cream pit stop. The large scoops are more than plenty to keep our Annapolis readers satisfied.

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What would you add to the list? Tell us your favorite local ice cream shop in the comments.

Editor’s note: This list was originally shared on May 24, 2015.